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conduct oneself appropriately

[kənˈdʌkt wʌnˈsɛlf əˈproʊpriətli]
verb phrase
comportar-se adequadamente
1. To behave in a manner that is socially acceptable, respectful, and suitable for a given situation or context
She conducted herself appropriately during the formal dinner.
Ela se comportou adequadamente durante o jantar formal.
2. To act with proper decorum and dignity in professional or social settings
The ambassador conducted himself appropriately at the international conference.
O embaixador se comportou apropriadamente na conferência internacional.
NYC Slang
keep it tight
Synonyms
behave properlyact appropriatelyconduct oneself wellcomport oneselfdemean oneself properlyacquit oneself well
Antonyms
misbehaveconduct oneself badlyact inappropriatelybehave improperlyconduct oneself poorly

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
comportar-se adequadamente
Most common usage across Brazil
São Paulo
se comportar direito
Informal variant commonly used in São Paulo
Rio de Janeiro
se portar bem
Common colloquial alternative in Rio
Portugal
comportar-se convenientemente
More formal; Portuguese preference for 'convenientemente' over 'adequadamente'

Related Idioms & Phrases

mind one's manners
be on one's best behavior
toe the line
stay in line
follow the rules of conduct
keep one's nose clean
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